1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 442 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Zephyr | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
